Oncology Social Worker - Kettering - Oncology - PRNFirst Shift
Oncology Social Worker - Kettering - Oncology - PRNFirst Shift
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Job Description
Overview
Kettering Health is a notforprofit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with highquality care for every stage of life. Our serviceoriented mission is in action every day whether its by providing care in our facilities training the next generation of health care professionals or serving others through international outreach.
Campus Overview
Kettering Health Main Campus
- Kettering Health Main Campus formerly Kettering Medical Center is the flagship hospital of Kettering Health and has been serving Kettering Ohio and the Greater Dayton area since 1964.
- The facility includes the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Heart Hospital maternity service with a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) andlevel II Emergency Care.
- In 2020 KH Main Campus received an A from the Leapfrog Group a national patient safety watchdog ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
- Received 4 Star BabyFriendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
- Awarded as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health in 2020.
- Kettering received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Healthgrades.
- Accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department.
- 465bed hospital (includes newborn beds)
Department Overview
The Oncology Social Worker supports patients who have complex psychosocial and discharge planning needs. The Social Worker coordinates care and services of patients across the continuum of care and throughout cancer treatment. The Social Worker conducts a detailed psychosocial assessment provides linkages with community resources and community counseling. Additionally offers crisis interventions to patient and families with psychosocial needs and understands the unique challenges faced by patient with a cancer diagnosis.
Responsibilities & Requirements
Ability to provide extended patient and family therapy related to cancer treatment.
Assist patients in navigating the healthcare system and accessing necessary resources.
Understanding of and ability to manage patients with high distress screen/score and complex mental physical emotional and financial health issues.
Participates in or assists with grant writing and maintenance of grant funding related to program support services.
Provides support to food pantry including fundraising and food collection/distribution.
Maintains familiarity with a wide range of transportation resources including managing grant funded resources and services; able to triage transportation options to maximize organizational resources.
Ability to provide indepth assistance with financial resources insurance disability and workrelated issues over the course of cancer treatment.
Participates in the provision of education to the health setting and community regarding oncology specific social issues.
Participates in leading support groups for a variety of oncologic diseases and age groups.
Provide education on and assist with Advanced Directives
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Education
Bachelors degree in social work required
Minimum Work Experience
Clinical experience in health care settings and/or community agencies preferred
Outpatient health care experience preferred
Experience with oncology population preferred.
Required Licenses
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Social Worker in the State of Ohio required.
OSWC (certified Oncology Social Worker) preferred
Required Skills
Excellent communication skills
Exhibits a positive attitude.
Empathetic and compassionate approach to patient care
Flexible openminded and adaptable to change.
Able to work well under pressure and maintain a professional demeanor under adverse circumstances.
Knowledgeable about federal and state programs that provide medical care and support to individuals.
Knowledgeable about community resources Ability to work with diverse populations.
Strong crisis intervention skills Awareness of developmental needs across the life span.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.
Promotes individual growth and development; meets mandatory/minimum educational requirements.
Ability to problemsolve and work independently.
Ability to network with colleagues and community agencies.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs and Epic.
Completion of assigned social work specific education as required annually
Employment Type
Full-Time
